1990 Honda Legend vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 845 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1986 Holden Barina | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Legend | Barina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2250 mm |